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james

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A patient had a colon resection for removal of a cancerous tumor. Postoperatively, on the surgical floor which of the following activities would the nurse perform for the purpose of decreasing the risk of postoperative complications? Select all that apply
 
  a. Assist the patient to turn, breathe deeply, and cough every 2 hours.
  b. Teach the patient about the type of tumor removed.
  c. Assess the drainage from the surgical site.
  d. Monitor vital signs on a regular basis.

Question 2

The nurse admits a patient who is scheduled for surgery tomorrow morning. The nursing admission assessment indicates that the patient is mildly anxious about the procedure, does not drink alcohol or smoke, is married with two children,
 
  and is allergic to kiwi, avocados, and penicillin. The nurse identifies the priority nursing diagnosis for this patient as:
  a. Fear
  b. Anxiety
  c. Risk for Latex Allergy Response
  d. Ineffective Airway Clearance


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joshbk44

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, C, D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


james

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

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